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Salt for babies

When I advise parents on introducing solids, I usually tell them that there are only three foods they should definitely avoid in the first year of life: honey, added sugar and added salt. Yet, what does it mean to avoid added salt, how much can you give to your baby and what is the reason behind all this?

Cheese for babies

Who doesn’t love a tasty slice of cheese on their sandwich or melted over their pizza? The flavour and texture of cheese are not the only things making it a beloved food for many of us. Cheese is also full of nutrients, such as Vitamin B12, zinc, phosphorus and iodine as well as protein and fat.

Sugar for babies

Bringing our children up in a healthy way is one of our top priorities. When we talk to parents, they often tell us how confused they are about giving sugar to their babies. The guidelines state that we shouldn’t add sugar to our babies’ food - this much is clear. But what is meant by ‘added sugars’ and why do we need to worry about them?

Raising children bilingually

Over the years, our in-house paediatrician Sophie has enjoyed looking after children raised bilingually and is also a mother herself. Read on for her observations about the unique benefits but also common misconceptions when it comes to a bilingual upbringing.

Weaning equipment - what do you really need?

Starting your weaning journey is an exciting adventure. As with everything when it comes to babies and parenting, there are a lot of gadgets on the market. The excitement about entering a new phase often makes us buy all of them - only to realise a few months later that they haven’t been used. Introducing solids is no exception but we have put together a list of essentials - and nice-to-haves to make sure you have everything you need to get started.

How to support your child's resilience

We are almost one year into a global pandemic and parents as well as children feel its consequences weighing heavier on their mental health. What gets us through these times is our resilience. Read on for Dr Sophie's top tips.

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Salt for babies

Cheese for babies

Sugar for babies

Raising children bilingually

Weaning equipment - what do you really need?

How to support your child's resilience